Community Volunteer Opportunities

Below is a list of local community organizations who serve the general public with social, health, housing, and other services. Each is in need of passionate and dedicated volunteers. Please click on one of the links below to learn more about these great organizations.

If you know of or represent a community group that should be on this list, or want to change the information listed, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 408-615-2220 or email clerk@santaclaraca.gov.

Citizens' Advisory Committee

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The Citizens’ Advisory Committee has been active in Santa Clara since the early 1960s. This independent group of community members has in their the purpose to recommend: a) the improvement and beautification of the community; b) actions to arrest potential blight areas; c) programs for developing interest in civic pride; d) input on Community Development Block Grant, the City budget and various City programs, including those managed by utility and public safety departments, e) coordinating a televised candidates’ forum for each election cycle; f) actions regarding specific problems concerning the City that are brought to the attention of the CAC; and g) actions on any matter of public interest.